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Lakenheath Pride in Place – Building a Better Future Together

Lakenheath Pride in Place funding covers Lakenheath village, Sedge Fen, Undley and the Lord’s Walk area.

Exciting things are happening in our community. Through the Government-funded Lakenheath Pride in Place programme, local people, community organisations, businesses and public sector partners are coming togetherwith a shared ambition: to make this area an even better place to live, work and visit.

Over recent months, the Neighbourhood Board has been working hard to turn the community’s aspirations into practical action. Rather than deciding what is best for residents, the Board has placed local voices at the centre of every decision. A wide-ranging programme of consultation is now underway, with surveys, community events, village noticeboards, local publications and online engagement all helping to ensure that as many people as possible have the opportunity to shape Lakenheath’s future.

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One of the most exciting developments is the creation of a series of community-led Implementation Groups. Covering areas such as children and young people, health and wellbeing, heritage and tourism, economic development, community assets, environmental sustainability and match funding, these groups will bring together residents with the ideas, enthusiasm and expertise to help deliver lasting improvements across the village. Open launch events are encouraging anyone with ideas or a passionfor our community to get involved.

Supporting local organisations is another key priority. Whilst larger scale projects will obviously take time, in depth planning and ultimately approval by the Government funding body, we have been able to make a start on smaller initiatives, using the start-up funding we have been allocated. Through the new LPiP Communities Fund, small grants are helping voluntary groups and charities deliver projects that strengthen community life, improve local facilities and create new opportunities for residents. Funding is awarded to projects that clearly demonstrate local need and lasting community benefit.

The Board has also been building strong partnerships with organisations including West Suffolk Council, RAF Lakenheath, educational providers and local businesses. These relationships are creating opportunities to attract investment, improve skills, celebrate Lakenheath’s rich heritage and explore ambitious projects that will benefit the village for many years to come.

Underlying all of this work is the Vision 2036 programme—a long-term commitment to creating a thriving, resilient and sustainable community where people of all ages can flourish. The emphasis is not simply on delivering projects but on building community pride, encouraging local leadership and ensuring that future investment reflects what matters most to residents.

Lakenheath Pride in Place is still at the beginning of its journey, but the momentum is clear. With growing community involvement, new funding opportunities and an ambitious vision for the future, the area has a unique opportunity to shape its own destiny. Every conversation, every volunteer and every new idea brings us one step closer to becoming an even stronger, more connected and more vibrant community.

If you want to get involved but haven’t yet had the opportunity todo so contact us at info@lpip.uk